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General · 7 September 2026

Spider-Man: Brand New Day tops US box office for six weeks

Spider-Man: Brand New Day tops US box office for six weeks

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The Marvel blockbuster has become only the second film this decade to hold the top spot in American cinemas for six weeks running. It collected $18 million over the weekend, with Sony forecasting $23.3 million for the four-day holiday period. The film's global earnings have now reached $2.4 billion, positioning it as the third highest-earning movie ever.

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